Healthcare Law and Ethics
LLM
Whether you are interested in learning more about the legal and ethical aspects of your job, recognise the impact a qualification with a legal and ethical basis can have on prospects of promotion, or simply have an interest in healthcare law, this programme is for you.
Why study Healthcare Law and Ethics at Dundee?
Healthcare Law and Ethics is concerned with how the law regulates certain aspects of healthcare practice, why it does so, and whether it does so effectively, and in accordance with ethical principles.
The programme has been devised to accommodate busy healthcare professionals. Unlike other programmes, this one is not open to law graduates, but has been designed specifically for those whose first degree is in a healthcare subject such as medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, etc.
The programme aims to give you an understanding and appreciation of law and ethics as they apply to professional practice. It will help you understand legal and ethical concepts, terminology and sources of law.
It is offered on a part-time, modular basis with the emphasis being on Distance Learning. This flexibility allows you to study at a time and place of your own choosing and at a pace that is comfortable for you.
What's so good about Healthcare Law and Ethics at Dundee?
In the Times Good University Guide 2012 Dundee Law School was placed 7th in the United Kingdom law school rankings, and we were ranked 1st in Scotland in the 2011 National Student Survey (NSS).
In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise Dundee Law School was one of only two law schools in the United Kingdom to achieve a 100% international standard classification, with half of our submissions being graded internationally excellent or world leading. Our commitment on is to provide high quality instruction, with a focus on matters of practical relevance, to prepare students for a successful legal career, whether at home or abroad.
Dundee Law School prides itself as being a friendly Law School where all members of staff are accessible and students are treated as individuals and valued members of our legal community.
Who should study this course?
This course is not for those with a law degree, but instead is suitable for graduates holding a medical or dental degree, or another health care subject (including nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy) with at least 2 years post-qualifying experience, or a minimum of 5 years' practice in a healthcare profession.
Related courses
Teaching & Assessment
This course is taught by staff in the School of Law.
The start dates are September and January each year, and the LLM by distance learning lasts for 36 months, the PGDiploma for 24 months, and the PGCertificate for 12 months.
Careers
A qualification with a legal and ethical basis can improve your prospects of promotion in the field of healthcare.
We have close links with employers and we offer programmes to support and develop the employability of our students. Our good reputation throughout the profession and close links to employers help Dundee graduates find employment.
Entry Requirements
You should have:
- EITHER a medical or dental degree, OR an upper second class degree or above in another health care subject, including nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, with at least 2 years post-qualifying experience, OR a minimum of 5 years' practice in a healthcare profession
- PLUS two references from colleagues or employers who believe that you are suitable for enrolment to the programme
- PLUS basic IT Skills (web browsing, word documents and familiarity with PowerPoint)
English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.5, with minimum of 6.0 in the writing component (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.
In order to make the application process as efficient as possible, students applying to The School of Law are asked to ensure all relevant supporting documents are included with the application. These include:
- relevant degree certificates and transcripts of academic results
- two academic references
Fees and Funding
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Sources of Funding
Information about the School of Law scholarships can be found on the School of Law scholarships webpage.
Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.
Living Costs
- Dundee is ranked as one of the most affordable places for students to live in the UK, and the cost of living is around 15% cheaper than the UK average.
- Increasing numbers of students are successfully undertaking part-time work to supplement their income. You can get advice from our Careers Service, both about job opportunities and how to find a suitable study/work/life balance. EU and international students are also allowed to work up to 20 hours per week.
- As a student in Scotland, you have free access to the National Health Service. Visits to doctors and hospitals, as well as prescriptions, sight tests and dental checkups, are available free of charge.
Your Application
Apply using the University of Dundee Taught Postgraduate Application Form - Word or PDF format
Programme Director
Prof Pamela FergusonSchool of Law
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland
Telephone: 01382 385189 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 385189 (from outside the UK)
Fax: 01382 386737 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 386737 (from outside the UK)
Email: p.r.ferguson@dundee.ac.uk
Distance Learning Secretary
Mrs Fiona ClarkSchool of Law
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland
Telephone: 01382 384764 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 384764 (from outside the UK)
Fax: 01382 386737 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 386737 (from outside the UK)
Email: f.j.clark@dundee.ac.uk
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